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Barrier First 🧴✨
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Ayanna Tadi
I’ve learned that the key to a flawless makeup look is a healthy skin barrier. When my skin is hydrated, and calm, makeup applies more smoothly and wears better throughout the day. Here’s a curated list of products that build that foundation first.
 
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This cleanser is not talked about enough. The formula is mild enough that it can work well for skin that’s prone to dryness or irritation, including eczema-leaning skin. I especially like this for sensitive skin because it cleans without leaving that...
Green Clean Fragrance-Free Gentle Creamy Cleanser
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An affordable, barrier-friendly moisturiser I’ve been using consistently for years. It doesn’t make my skin feel heavy or irritating and seals my serums in well, making it a reliable everyday option. It’s one of those products that quietly does its j...
Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA
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This is a cult favorite for good reason.It keeps my lips hydrated over night and is my backup during times where I can’t find my daily lip moisturiser. It smells amazing and gives real moisture without stickiness. I use this when my lips feel dry or ...
Buy LANEIGE Lip Sleeping Mask
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This product is great if you use actives in your skincare routine. It’s a barrier-supporting essence that hydrates and preps skin for the next steps in your routine. It has helped to keep my skin calm and balanced and it’s also a great hydrating base...
COSRX Advanced Snail Radiance Dual Essence
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I swear by this cleansing oil. It’s a must for makeup and SPF removal before your gel cleanser. It doesn’t leave skin tight or dry. Definitely great as the first step in a double-cleanse before moisturiser or other skin treatment steps.
Beauty Of Joseon Ginseng Cleansing Oil
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I love that this Sephora product isn’t luxury pricing but lasts pretty long. It has ceramides to help reinforce the skin’s natural barrier and prevent moisture loss. Similar to COSRX products, it’s hydrating but lightweight, making it ideal for daily...
The INKEY List Bio-Active Ceramide Repairing And Plumping Moisturizer
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Another beginners product. So amazing for sensitive skin and is amazing at soaking up the moisture from my other products. It doesn’t interfere with the other products in my routine and is still very gentle during breakouts. It’s also very affordable...
BUBBLE Water Slide Hyaluronic Acid + Peptides Hydration Boosting Serum ...
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Perfect for all skin shades! This lightweight, dewy sunscreen protects without feeling heavy or leaving a white cast. This rice extract helps support hydration while keeping the skin barrier balanced. I love this as my daily SPF because it layers smo...
Relief Sun SPF50+: Dewy Korean Sunscreen with Rice & Probiotics
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As with any skincare product I’ve tried and would recommend, my main criteria is that they are lightweight. I love that there’s a mini version you can try before you can commit to a full bottle. This niacinamide serum helps regulate oil, smooth textu...
Anua Niacinamide 10% + Txa 4% Serum 30ml
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I swear by this product! Anytime I have break out I’m reaching for these pimple patches. They also last quite a long time. Such effective spot treatment. These help protect the skin, prevent picking, and support healing overnight without being harsh ...
Pimple Patches For Breakouts & Blemishes
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If you’ve seen this before and skipped past it, this is your sign to give it a go. It’s such a gentle cleanser and it doesn’t strip my skin of its natural oils. Skin never feels tight or dry after use and its the perfect prep for any actives, serums ...
Ultra Facial Hydrating Foaming Cleanser
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These exfoliating pads do a great job at reducing the appearance of pores on my face. The glass skin effect really comes through with these. Great for smoothing texture and prepping skin for serums and especially ideal if you want clearer, smoother ...
Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0
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Absolutely worth the price and a little goes a LONG way. It contains ceramides and niacinamide and helps strengthen the skin’s natural barrier while keeping dryness and irritation away. Great for daily use
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